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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Chameleon Backpackers & Guest house in Windhoek offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a balcony, walk-in shower, and modern amenities. Leisure Facilities: Guests can relax in the garden, enjoy the year-round outdoor swimming pool, and unwind at the bar. The property features an outdoor fireplace, lounge, and outdoor seating area. Dining Options: A continental buffet breakfast is served daily, including fresh pastries, cheese, fruits, and juice. Additional amenities include a shared kitchen, barbecue facilities, and bicycle parking. Location and Attractions: Located 1.9 mi from Eros Airport, the hostel is a short walk from Warehouse Theater and Alte Feste Museum. Other nearby attractions include the National Museum of Namibia and National Botanical Gardens Windhoek.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Buffet

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site

    • Loyal Customers

    • There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
and
1 bunk bed
1 queen bed
3 twin beds
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ralf
    Australia Australia
    We loved the safe and relaxed atmosphere, friendly and helpful staff and the facilities. The tour we booked through Chameleon was excellent.
  • Neuman
    United States United States
    Really great property! The Braai was delicious and I like that they have interactive activities like trivia and the pool was very nice too
  • Elsa
    United States United States
    The staff was great. We were lucky we were there during Trivia night! It was fun and our host was fair with her game rules! Our team won! Overall highly recommended. Our room was quiet and clean.
  • Jill
    United States United States
    Everyone was helpful. Dinner was delicious. Games were fun
  • Petros
    Greece Greece
    It is a backpacker institution in the city center within short distance of the attractions. The rooms are simple and clean and the staff professional and helpful.
  • Zainab
    Germany Germany
    I like everything from the guesthouse. Nice and helpful staff. Bed is also comfy.
  • Frank
    Germany Germany
    A wonderful place with good, easy going breakfast. The staff was amazing. My wife's luggage got lost, and the staff was extremely helpful in getting it back. Looks like the stuff really goes the extra mile.
  • Julia
    United States United States
    good value for money backpackers! decent breakfast included, very friendly staff.
  • Luka
    Croatia Croatia
    friendly staff, nice location in city center, basic but good breakfast, nice and clean room, a nice area where we waited for our transfer to the airport
  • Luka
    Croatia Croatia
    basic but good breakfast, good location in city center

Area info

Amenities of Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse

Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Pool table
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).

  • Accessible parking

Transportation

  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

Cleaning Services

  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool cover
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Spa

  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Languages Spoken

  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 1:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

FAQs about Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse